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Community Events
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 Apple Harvest Day
Saturday, October 4th, 9am-4pm
Join us this Saturday as we celebrate our 30th Annual Apple Harvest Day underwritten by Federal Savings Bank. The 6th Annual Apple Harvest Day 5K underwritten by Pain Care and Salmon Falls starts at 8:30am on River Street. Online registration has closed but in person registration and bib pick up is Friday, October 3rd from 5-7pm at the Rotary Arts Pavilion Stage in Upper Henry Law. Want to beat the traffic at Apple Harvest Day this year? Ride the shuttle! Apple Harvest Day has three shuttles running every 20 minutes from our three satellite parking facilities. They are located at 118 Central Avenue (CVS), 279 Locust Street (Behind CVS) and 100 Liberty Way (Liberty Mutual). The Liberty Mutual Lot will be serviced by Wentworth-Douglas Hospital and Portsmouth Christian Academy shuttles and will drop Festival goers by the intersection of Third Street and Central Avenue. The other two lots will be serviced by the St Thomas Aquinas High School shuttle and will drop Festival goers off at the intersection of Washington and Central Ave. This is a rain or shine event. |
Artstream Coupon Hunt
Saturday, October 4th, 9am-4pm
To celebrate Apple Harvest Day, Artsteam has created 25 tiny apple sculptures that will be filled in their "cores" with surprise coupons. The sculptures will be strategically placed in both businesses and outside along the Central Avenue area. For more information drop by the Artstream studios booth on Second Street on Saturday or visit their website.
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5th Annual Ride for Help & Hope & Breastoberfest!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2014
This is a fabulous fundraising event hosted by New England Walkers for Knockers that benefits My Breast Cancer Support!
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Check out the event on Facebook, visit the New England Walkers for Knockers website, or email event coordinator Brenda Smith.
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Dover Professional Firefighters Local 1312 and Dover Professional Fire Officers Local 2909 are partnering with Operation Warm. They are committed to providing brand-new winter coats for at least 200 local children. Please join them in their fight against poverty: Donate here and attend:
Dover Bowl on Sunday, October 5, 2014 from 11am-1pm. $100 per team, max of 5 people per team. The owner has offered to shut down the facility for them to use exclusively during this time period with all proceeds going towards Operation Warm. If they can sell out this event we have the potential to raise upwards of $2200-$2600 with this one event!
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Kids Fall Consignment Sale
The Childrens Museum of New Hampshire is having its Fall Consignment Sale of children's clothing and gear. The sale will be held at the Hellenic Center at 219 Long Hill Road in Dover. The sale is open on to the public on Saturday, October 4 from 9:30 am - 4 pm and on Sunday, October 6 from 10 am - 1 pm. Past sales have featured more than 10,000 items. People who consign items will earn 60% of the revenue from their sold items. The remaining net proceeds will benefit the Children's Museum of NH and its vital education and outreach programs.
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First Annual Charity Bike Ride
The Monarch School of New England, the Rochester Main Street Program
and the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce host the first charity bike ride in Rochester, New Hampshire. On Saturday, October 11, the Monarch School of New England the Rochester Main Street Program and the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, will host the first charity bike ride to be held in Rochester, New Hampshire. The ride will end with a party in downtown Rochester during the city's fourth annual "October Festival. For more information visit their website!
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2nd Annual ISM Memorial Bridge Road Race Comes to Portsmouth Columbus Day Weekend
On Saturday, October 11th Seacoast Community School and Prescott Park Arts Festival are proud to present the 2nd Annual ISM Memorial Bridge 5k Road Race, part of the Chamber of Commerce's Run Portsmouth series. Awards and a Kid's Fun Run immediately follow the race, as well as the 25th Annual WHEB Chili Fest, featuring Redhook beer, live music, and all the chili you can eat. To learn more, contact SCS at (603)-422-8223, PPAF at (603)-436-2848 or visit Seacoast Community School website or Prescott Parks website.
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Game on in the fight against breast cancer!
On October 11th the Portsmouth Christian Academy Girls Volleyball Team will be hosting a Dig Pink Tournament at PCA. All proceeds benefit the Side-Out Foundation, which in turn awards grants to medical research organizations and entities dedicated to providing patient services to breast cancer patients and their families. Your participation gives the volleyball community the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of all breast cancer patients. Admission is $5. The game starts at 6pm. Portsmouth Christian Academy 20 Seaborne Drive, Dover, NH
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Please join their walking team "SAY TATA TO BREAST CANCER" on Saturday, October 18 in Dover to support Making Strides Against Cancer!To register click here, choose making Strides of Dover. Join their team (SAY TATA TO BREAST CANCER) Create an account and start fundraising, so we can all "say tata to breast cancer!" If you have any questions please feel free to give them a call at 603-749-9728
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Masonic Open House
Saturday, October 18th, 9am-3pm
Pancake breakfast will be served from 7-10:30am and is $9 for adults and $5 for children 10 and under. Join them at Moses Paul Lodge located at 32 Pearl Street in Dover. All are welcome. Come see what makes the Fraternity the largest and oldest in the world. For more information please call John Pond at 603-692-5995
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October 19th, 9am-1pm, 75 Cochecho Street
The Mounted Unit is funded entirely through donations so this fundraiser during their Open House serves as their main event to support the horses for the year. The fundraiser will occur during the Open house..a game of Barn Bingo. Make sure to go say hi and show your support. Purchase tickets here!
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Healthy Living Series
Thursday, November 13th, 5:30pm-8:30pm
Join the American Lung Association and Balance A Women's GYM for their Healthy Living Series.. The event will take place at 125 Brewery Lane in Portsmouth, and will feature local experts in nutrition, pilates, cycling and outdoor winter activities to share tips and tricks for maintaining a healthy lifestyle through the fall and winter months. This event is free and open to the public. For more information or to RSVP, email CycletheSeacoast@LungNE.org
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December 5th, 4:30pm-9pm, Dover City Hall
The 5th annual Festival of Trees is approaching. Each year a local landmark is chosen to be featured on our ornament. This year we have chosen the Children's Museum of NH. We welcome local artists to submit artwork for the ornament which will be chosen by our festival committee. All artwork must be submitted by October 14th to be considered. Please email submissions to Sheri.
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Recreation, Leisure & Wellness
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Citizens Leadership Academy presented by Centrix Bank
The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce and the City of Dover partner to offer local residents a closer look at their community through the Dover Citizens' Leadership Academy. This program will increase citizens' knowledge of the Dover community and introduce them to opportunities to become more involved as active leaders in the community. The Citizens' Leadership Academy will feature discussions about local government and municipal operations and will introduce Dover citizens to opportunities to engage in shaping the future of our city by volunteering to join with others and participate as a member of one of many city boards, commissions and civic organizations. Only 25 spots available so register today!
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My OmAbilities Yoga Classes for Children with Special Needs starting on Monday at ChildLight Yoga! Grades K-5 at 4:00-4:45pm & Grades 5-8 at 5:00-5:45pm. An accessible program designed to meet each child exactly where he or she is. Private class sessions also available. Please visit their webpage for more information on their special needs programs. ChildLight Yoga offers classes for the whole family- visit their website and find us on Facebook to stay tuned!
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Paint Nite Presented by The Regatta
Join Paint Nite Portsmouth Thursday, October 2nd from 7pm to 9pm! Drink - Paint - be Merry! Be sure to use the coupon REGATTA20 when signing up to receive $20 off!
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Garrison Players Arts Center Holds Auditions for "Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Radio Play"
Garrison Players will hold open auditions for "Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Radio Play" by Valentine Davies. Auditions are Tuesday, October 7, 6:30 - 9:00pm and Saturday, October 11, 1:30 - 3:00pm at the Garrison Players Arts Center on Route 4 in Rollinsford. For more information visit their website.
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Half Price Sails Wednesday Evenings!
$15 sail tickets and a $5 off coupon to Portsmouth Brewery every Wednesday night! Join us for our Evening Contemporary Coastal Issues Speaker Series! Interesting, fun and informative, a great way to spend a Wednesday evening. Thanks to RBC Wealth Management, NH Coastal Program and Portsmouth Brewery for our special pricing! .Click here to purchase tickets. Sept 24- Jennifer Seavey, Shoals Marine Lab: 48 years of Marine Science
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Northeastern Ballet Theatre is pleased to announce a special partnership with the charitable organization Love Hope Strength (LHS) at the upcoming production of "Dracula" on Saturday, October 18 at 7pm at the Kingswood Arts Center in Wolfeboro. Visit their booth in the lobby during the show and "Get on the List" and perhaps save a life by being a match for a bone marrow transplant!
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BOOK SIGNING W/ LAYNE CASE
Join Layne Case, author of the "Charlie" books and 14 year old Keeley Shea Patricia McCabe, author of "It's Not Always as It Seems. A Story about Dyslexia". Each will share their books and experiences as published authors. Layne will be "telling" the story of "Charlie". Children are welcomed!!!
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So You Think You're A Star?
Friday, November 14, 6:30pm-Dover High Auditorium
Prove it at CAP's lip sync contests. For guidelines and to purchase tickets visit their website. Entry forms due by October 15! Questions can be emailed to Suzanna Weste.
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Shopping, Sales & Specials
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Farmers' Market Listings: 
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 Remember All Those Tri-City Memories
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 Kick Off Jewelry Creations 33rd Anniversary!
Join them on Apple Harvest Day (10/4)! Jewelry Creations is celebrating its 33rd anniversary and would like to share this special time with all their customers. Jewelry Creations will have hundreds of items red tagged 33% off throughout the store to celebrate! Purchase a SALE item and receive 1 entry into the Anniversary Drawing
Purchase a FULL PRICED item and receive 2 entries into the Anniversary Drawing
Prizes will include:
* First Prize: 3 Alex and Ani Bracelets
* Second Prize: A Mi Moneda Necklace valued at $300
* Grand Prize: 3-$300 gift certificates to Jewelry Creations
Drawing will be announced the following weekend
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Apple Harvest Day specials-Free Hair Chalk streaks, free bottle of polish w/a polish change, All retail is 25% off , free chair massage and free paraffin dip for the hands
Visit them today and spend $50.00 or more and receive $10.00. Make sure you tell them you saw it in Peek at the Week! Bellaviso is located at 11A Main Steet, Dover, NH 03820. Visit their website for more information!
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Blown Away Chamber Special!
Blown Away invites you to come in and check out the new salon! We'll be offering Chamber Members an Early Bird Special: Monday through Friday 9am to 3pm, receive $7.00 off any Hair or Nail Service. Blown Away does take walk ins, however appointments are encouraged.
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Blue Dolphin Breast Cancer Awareness
Check out Blue Dolphin's Breast Cancer awareness special coming up this October. Whether it's water bottles or tote bags, Blue Dolphin has just the thing for Breast Cancer Awareness month.
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Local Dining & Club Music Listings
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Everyday, 4:00pm to 6:00pm - Happy Hour - $3 drafts and 1/2 priced apps!
Monday - $5 Specialty Martinis & Margaritas
Tuesday - Twin Lobster Dinner $18.95 & Buck-a-Shuck - $1 oysters
Wednesday - Ladies Night - 1/2 priced food menu and live music with Tim Theriault
Sunday - Family Night - Kids 12 and under eat free with each entree purchased
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Tuesday Community Cash-Every Tuesday save 25% off your bill by paying in cash or with Dover Dollars!
Wednesday Hump Day Trivia- Get your team ready, up to 6 people. We have lots of great prizes and some tough questions. 8 to 10pm every Wednesday
Thursday Acoustic Night- 7-10pm Every Thursday Local Musicians fill their mill with some great entertainment. Mug club members get half off appetizers!
Thursday 3 Course Special- For $19-$22 get a 3 course meal specifically paired with one of their hand crafted beers on tap
Sunday Benefit Days- Almost every Sunday they partner with a Seacoast Non-Profit and donate 5% of their revenue from the day. Come learn and support what these great organizations are doing for the community!
Every Sunday 12-2- join them for FREE brewery tours. For groups of 6 or more call ahead. Custom tours and $5 tours with tastings are also available upon request!
Every Saturday and Sunday- fresh and local brunch specials including omelets, house made corned beef hash, bacon french toast, and much more...
*Also check out their events calendar here!
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Thursday, 10/2 Sonny's Karaoke is Real 9pm
Friday, 10/3 Harrington Saints, Lenny Lashley, The Damn Garrison, Guns of Brighton
Saturday, 10/4 Richie Birkenhead, Garrett Klahn and Alcoa 9pm
Sunday, 10/5 Sonnys Jazz Series Mike Walsh 7-10pm
Monday, 10/6 Zachs Trivia Night 8-10pm
Tuesday, 10/7 Soggy Po' Boys 9pm
Wednesday, 10/8 Today is the Day, Lord Mantis, KYOTY 8pm
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Tuesday - One Buck Shuck - $1 oysters on the 1/2 shell until they are gone! On the Terrace and at the Bar only.
Wednesday - Wild Game Wednesday - Every Wednesday night we will feature at least 2 exotic wild game dishes.
Thursday - Gentleman's Night - Complimentary cigars and Scotch specials for the guys with $10 food or drink purchases.
Friday - Funk-a-Delic Fridays - Live music at the Top of the Chop. No cover charge.
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Governors Inn Performances!
Mark Your Calendars!
Now that its Ballroom has been equipped with a fire sprinkler system which allows for more extensive live entertainment indoors, The Governors Inn is booking year-round shows with some dynamite bands and acts from Boston and across New England! Full bar & food available during performances. Full meal service available during comedy and Dueling Piano nights. Call or pick up tickets today!
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Thursday, 10/2, 3pm- Wing Night
Sunday, 10/5, 9am - Rockstar Karaoke
Monday, 10/6, 4pm - Mug Club Member Night
Tuesday, 10/7, 4pm- Six03 Endurance Pub Run
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Every Monday - Extreme Music Trivia (Bingo Style) with DJ Kelly Elliott
It's Name That Tune meets Trivia meets Bingo It's Fun Fun Fun Mondays 4:00pm - 6:00pm Chili's Happy Hour 14 Weeks Lane Dover, NH All you can eat Fajita's and Drink Specials And Mondays 7:00pm - 9:00pm Tough Tymes Grill & Pub 221 Rochester Road (Rt 202) Northwood, NH Mention "Peek of the Week" and get an extra playing card! For more information Call DJ Kelly Elliott at 603-312-2247
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THE PORTABLE PANTRY HAS MOVED! They are now in Dover in the McConnell Center at 61 Locust St.(next to the Dover Library) Their phone number has changed as well - you can reach them at 516-5554. Check out their website for weekly specials!
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Community Information
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Exciting Fall Classes at Dover Adult Learning Center
Enjoy the variety of classes Dover Adult Learning Center has to offer, such as Intermediate American Sign Language which starts on October 9 and emphasizes learning the basic person-to-person conversation signing skills - plus you'll learn over 1,500 vocabulary items! Fly Fishing is an introductory course and teaches fundamentals such as rod set-up, casting theory and drills, knot tying, and fish identification; this six-week course, on Thursdays beginning October 9, will include four classroom sessions and two field trips. Discover some amazing options that retirement has to offer in upcoming classes such as Don't Retire, Renew; Smart Women Finish Rich; and Want to Retire Early?
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Wedgewood Graphic Design Workshop Series
Wedgewood's Small Business Workshop Series is designed to help local businesses get competitive and successful by providing content and tools to help them grow and prosper. Attendees will gain insights into how to identify their prospective customers, attract them to their business and sell products and services more effectively. For course descriptions and sign-up info please visit their website. Seating is limited so all workshops seats are available on a first come first serve basis. Workshops will be held at the Dover Chamber of Commerce, Central Ave. Dover NH.
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Check out New England Tutors Latest Classes
New England Tutors will be hosting 3 Health Education Classes this fall for students with Social Skills Deficits (Autism, Asperger's, Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities). The course is 5 hours and will be offered as either five 1-hour classes on Thursday afternoon's, or as a 5-hour session on Saturday's. For detailed information on course content, or for any questions regarding the course, please click here email allison@netutors.com
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Amtrak Downeaster: 1-800-USA-RAIL;
Train to Maine: Buy one, Get one Free. This offer is valid for one free companion rail fare with the purchase of one regular adult rail fare. Three day advance reservation required. Passengers must request this offer by referencing the discount code V489. Up to 2 children, ages 2-12, may accompany each adult at half the regular full adult rail fare. This offer is valid for coach seats only, no upgrades permitted. Seating is limited. Seats may not be available on all trains at all times. Fares are subject to availability. This offer is valid for travel on the following selected Downeaster trains only: #681, #683, #686 and #688. Valid through September 31, 2014.
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